Hayden Paddon appeared to have let the cat out of the bag about his 2019 WRC plans yesterday, after a post on his social media accounts.
Advertising his Hayden Paddon team merchandise, the Kiwi said "As our range will remain unchanged for 2019 means it won't go out of date".
FREIGHT FREE: For a limited time, free NZ freight on all our merchandise in store. As our range will remain unchanged for 2019 means it won’t go out of date and you will look great! See all at https://t.co/u2eIUAgsTspic.twitter.com/VsgLLL9LDV
It instantly grabbed the interest of rally fans around the world, who read it as confirmation that he'd remain with Hyundai in 2019.
Paddon, however, was quick to clarify the situation, adding "Discussions yet to take place here in Europe about our WRC future".
Hi mate - sorry not the case, it’s more based around our NZ team and sponsors. Discussions yet to take place here in Europe about our WRC future. https://t.co/uUzRTwICFI
With plenty of seats still left to fill in WRC teams for next year, it's an intriguing proposition for Paddon.
Will he end up with another team, or does his link with Hyundai in New Zealand mean he's going to be left with only one option?
It promises to be an interesting few weeks.
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